How To Fix /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL215 - Serial numbers are not supported for reference document category &1 (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL -

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Serial numbers are not supported for reference document category &1 (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL215 - Serial numbers are not supported for reference document category &1 (&2) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DLV_SERIAL215 indicates that serial numbers are not supported for a specific reference document category in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. This error typically arises when you are trying to process a document (like a delivery or transfer order) that is associated with serial numbers, but the system does not allow serial number handling for that particular document type.
  Cause:
  
  Document Category Restrictions: The reference document category (e.g., delivery, transfer order) you are working with does not support serial number management. This could be due to configuration settings in the system.
  Configuration Settings: The system may not be configured to handle serial numbers for the specific document category you are using.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the serial numbers or the document being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Category: Verify the document category you are working with and ensure that it is intended to support serial numbers. You can check this in the configuration settings of SAP EWM.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for serial number management in the EWM system. You may need to adjust the settings to allow serial numbers for the specific document category.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and check the settings under:
  
  Extended Warehouse Management > Goods Movement > Serial Number Management.
  
  
  
  
  Use Supported Document Types: If the current document type does not support serial numbers, consider using a different document type that does.
  Data Consistency Check: Ensure that the data related to the serial numbers and the reference document is consistent and correctly maintained in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on serial number handling and document categories.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making any configuration changes, perform testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that serial numbers can be processed as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP EWM for further assistance.